Fine Arts
At Show Low Junior High, we believe that the fine and performing arts are important parts of the curriculum. Even if our students don’t go on to become professional artists, musicians, or actors, we’re confident that their exposure to the arts under our care opens their minds to the beauty our world has to offer—something that will stay with them for a lifetime.
Fine Arts Courses
Students may select from a variety of fine and performing arts courses, including:
Arts and Crafts 1
An introduction to basic art techniques and theory through project-based learning. Projects may include paper mache, painting, dough art, and basic drawing.
Arts and Crafts 2
A continuation of Arts and Crafts 1. This class spotlights famous artists and periods of art. Students continue to learn elements of art and practice art techniques.
Beginning Band
For students interested in learning to play a band instrument–no previous musical experience necessary! Students must purchase their own books and supplies. We have a limited number of school instruments available for rent.
Concert Band
A performance-based group for students with at least one year of instrument experience. Students must obtain teacher approval before enrolling in this class and provide their own instrument. Participation in this group includes the possibility of outside school performances, including regional and state festivals.
Symphonic Band
A performance-based group for students with at least two years experience. Students must obtain teacher approval before enrolling in this class and provide their own instrument. Participation in this group includes the possibility of outside school performances, including regional and state festivals.
Our choirs consist of nearly 150 Show Low students who learn and compete throughout the state in:
Beginning Choir
An entry-level experience for students new to singing or new to junior high choir. Includes music theory and simple sight-singing exercises to read music and harmonize in choral versions of classic, traditional, holiday, patriotic, pop, and show tunes.
Concert Choir
For seventh and eighth grade choral students, concert choir provides instruction in more advanced vocal techniques, sound production, music theory, and other aspects of performance. Concert Choir students participate in several required performances and have the option to participate in additional performances such as Regional and All-State Honor choirs.
Men’s Chorus
A male ensemble of both beginning and advanced singers. This choral group performs both in and out of school, including at regional festivals.
Select Choir
An auditioned choir intended to further develop vocal techniques and the ability to sing parts. This course develops solo and improvisational singing ability in several literature styles. Select Choir students participate in several required performances and have the option to participate in additional performances such as Regional and All-State Honor choirs. Members of this group must purchase a uniform T-shirt (not included in their regular materials fee).
Drama 1 - Intro to Theatre
An overview of the art, conventions, and history of theater. This class introduces students to the elements of acting, character, and staging. We do not require students to participate in formal performances.
Drama 2 - Acting
A continuation of Drama 1, this class enhances student understanding of life through the study and performance of dramatic works. Students work on self-expression and critical evaluation as they develop performance skills through historic works by Shakespeare. We do not require students to participate in formal performances.
Drama 3 - Theatrical Production
A semester-long course delving into the world of theatre and performance. This course includes various performance genres, highlighting the specific needs and techniques of each. Students produce, rehearse, and perform in at least one main stage theatrical production during this class.
Beginning Orchestra
For students interested in learning to play an orchestral instrument–no previous musical experience required! We require students to purchase their own books and supplies, and have a limited number of school instruments available for rent.
String Orchestra
A performance-based group for students with at least one year of instrument experience. Students must have teacher approval before enrolling in this class and provide their own instrument. Participation in this course offers possibilities for outside school performances, including regional and state festivals.
Chamber Orchestra
A performance-based group for students with at least two years of instrument experience. Students must have teacher approval before enrolling in this class and provide their own instrument. Participation in this course offers possibilities for outside school performances, including regional and state festivals.